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Do your part to help tackle the rising tide of litter on the UK's beaches, and join the Great British Beach Clean the weekend of the 18th - 21st September.

We are proud to have some beautiful beaches in the UK, but litter is a constant problem. Not only does it look unsightly but it presents a real threat to fish, birds, reptiles and marine mammals.

The Wildlife Trusts say it is estimated that 177 species of reptiles, mammals and fish are at risk as a result of consuming litter at sea. This figure is based on the type of animals found around the coast and autopsies on sharks, whales, turtles and dolphins,

'Of all the hazardous materials littering our seas today, plastic poses the greatest threat,' said Emma Snowden, project officer of the Marine Conservation Society, which is organising the clean-up. 'It causes death and injury to hundreds of thousands of seabirds and marine species every year through swallowing and entanglement. Items of particular danger to marine wildlife include plastic bags, drink cans and fishing nets.'

Another concern is the thousands of balloons which find their way into the sea every year, leading Plymouth to ban mass balloon releases on council land.

With over 150 events taking place across the UK, there is bound to be something near you. Help to make a difference!